Tularemia: This bacterial disease can be transmitted to rabbits through the bite of an infected mosquito or by direct contact with an infected animal. Symptoms include fever, lethargy, loss of appetite, and swollen lymph nodes.
Myxomatosis: This viral disease is highly contagious and fatal to rabbits. It is spread by mosquitoes and can also be transmitted through direct contact with infected animals or their carcasses. Symptoms include swellings around the head and genitals, as well as fever and lethargy.
Mosquito-borne encephalitis: Mosquito-borne encephalitis is a viral infection of the brain that can affect both humans and animals, including rabbits. It can be transmitted by several mosquito species and causes symptoms such as fever, headache, vomiting, and neurological signs.
To help reduce the risk of diseases transmitted by mosquitoes, it's important to implement mosquito control measures in areas where feral rabbits live. These measures may include reducing standing water sources, using mosquito repellent, and installing mosquito traps or screens. Additionally, vaccinating domestic rabbits against common mosquito-borne diseases can also help protect them from infection.